1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Taft | Corsa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |