1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Taft | Defender |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |