1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Renault Laguna

To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 415 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 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Daihatsu Taft 1995 Renault Laguna
Make Daihatsu Renault
Model Taft Laguna
Year Released 1979 1995
Engine Size 958 cc 1868 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 3370 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2680 mm


 

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