1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 407 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.
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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Taft | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |