1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 25 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1245 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Taft | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 4020 mm |
