1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1254 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Armada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3140 mm |
