1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 50 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.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
