1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Taft | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
