1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 25 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 490 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3200 mm |
