1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 22 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 555 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 1998 Toyota Previa. 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Previa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
