1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 294 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Taft | Charade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2330 mm |
