1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 26 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Taft | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2570 mm |
