1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 850. 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 Volvo 850 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Taft | 850 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |