1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
