1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta

To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 17 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 410 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Daihatsu Taft 1996 Toyota Cresta
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Taft Cresta
Year Released 1979 1996
Engine Size 958 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 3370 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2740 mm