1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 28 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 25 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 2006 Suzuki Liana. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Taft | Liana |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |
