1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Taft | 323 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |