1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1993 Mazda 323
To start off, 1993 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 95 kg more than 1993 Mazda 323.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda 323. 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, 1993 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | 323 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
