1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 30 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, 2008 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 51 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 2008 Rover 45. 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, 2008 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Taft | 45 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
