1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 23 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | MM |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
