1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Corolla. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
