1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Megane. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Taft | Megane |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
