1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1982 Daihatsu Taft and 1982 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. 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 1982 Nissan Skyline. 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 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Taft | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
