1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 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 1,070 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | 323 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
