1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 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), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 464 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Taft | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |