1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 17 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, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 685 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Taft | Retona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
