2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 25 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Nubira | Taft |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
