1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1987 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Taft | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
