1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Taft | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |