1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 21 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Azure. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 1999 Bentley Azure 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. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
Model | Azure | Taft |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2030 mm |