1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 275 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 1999 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Taft | Forester |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |