1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 905 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 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 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 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Taft | Voyager |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2880 mm |