1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1965 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Victor (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Vauxhall Victor.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1965 Vauxhall Victor (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Taft | 1965 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Taft | Victor |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
