1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 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, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Crown |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
