1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 20 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 306. 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Taft | 306 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |