1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 14 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 165 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Taft | 200 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |