1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 31 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1012 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Taft | Navara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3210 mm |