1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 490 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 2001 Mazda 6. 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Taft | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Taft | 6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |