1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1984 Volvo 760 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 20 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 Volvo 760. 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 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Taft | 760 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2780 mm |
