1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
