1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 174 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
