1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Toyota Previa

To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 16 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 595 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.

Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Previa. 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Daihatsu Taft 1995 Toyota Previa
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Taft Previa
Year Released 1979 1995
Engine Size 958 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 3370 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2530 mm


 

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