1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corona. 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Corona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |