1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Taft | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
