1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1988 Ford Aerostar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1988 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |
