1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 875 kg more than 1981 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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taft | Astro |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
