1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 818 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1972 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | 818 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2320 mm |
