1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 1975 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
