1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 282 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Taft | CL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
