1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 860 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (365 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Blazer | Taft |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |