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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 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 590 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). 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 | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 622 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |