1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Swift (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Taft | Swift |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |