1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, both 1979 Daihatsu Taft and 1979 Nissan Violet were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Violet. 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, 1979 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Taft | Violet |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |