1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 33 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 717 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.
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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2779 mm |
