1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 1999 Proton 400 is newer by 21 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Proton 400.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton 400. 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, 1999 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1999 Proton 400 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
Model | Taft | 400 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |