1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 540 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.
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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Taft | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2616 mm |
