1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1325 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Taft | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |