1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 390 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 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Taft | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
