2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 27 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Taft |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
