1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 498 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Camaro | Taft |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
