1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Ford Probe
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 18 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, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 45 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.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Probe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
