1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 22 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Elise. 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Taft | Elise |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |