1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Taft |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |