1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 932 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 2007 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. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
Model | Taft | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2880 mm |