1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 530 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | Chante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
