1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1056 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 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2980 mm |
