1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 23 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, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda City. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Taft | City |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |