1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 2 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 215 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 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Taft | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
