1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1967 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Taft | Crown |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
