1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Taft | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2400 mm |
