1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 19 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 610 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 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Taft | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2910 mm |