1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 15 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 180 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 1994 Peugeot 306. 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Taft | 306 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |