1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 20 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Honda Z.
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, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Taft | Z |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |