1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft 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 15 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 478 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Taft | 323 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
