1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. 1980 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
