1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Taft | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Previa |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1620 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 |