1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Avanti | Daihatsu |
Model | Avanti | Taft |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2030 mm |