1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 310 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2910 mm |
