1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Taft | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2900 mm |
