1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter

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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.

Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 Sprinter
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Taft Sprinter
Year Released 1979 1974
Engine Size 958 cc 1588 cc
Horse Power 44 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 3370 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2340 mm


 

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