1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Corona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |