1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 18 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 530 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taft | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
