1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 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 2010 Porsche 911. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Taft | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |