1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2400 mm |
