1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Taft | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
