1995 Acura Integra vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Integra | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
Model | Integra | Taft |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |