1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 2005 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Taft | Laguna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |