1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Taft | Jimny |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2260 mm |