1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Taft | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Taft | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2400 mm |
