1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 30 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 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Taft | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3629 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
