1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (108 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Taft | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
