1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 17 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Scoupe. 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, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Taft | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |
