1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 28 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Taft | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
