1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 99 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 2000 Toyota Celica. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Taft | Celica |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |