1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 27 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1276 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Taft | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
