1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1998 Nissan President
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 23 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 870 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1998 Nissan President | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Taft | President |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3040 mm |