1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 2 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. Both 1981 Daihatsu Taft and 1979 Daihatsu Taft are equipped with a 958 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Taft | Taft |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
