1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1983 Ford Meteor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1983 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
