1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
