1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 930 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Taft | FX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
