1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1991 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 13 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, 1991 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 249 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1991 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Taft | Samurai |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |