1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 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 2,615 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
