1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 810 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Blazer | Taft |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |