1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 29 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3510 mm |
