1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo 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 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Paseo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |