1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 33 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 754 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 2011 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |