2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 29 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 795 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
Model | Town & Country | Taft |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2030 mm |