1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taft | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
