1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
