1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 188 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Taft |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2030 mm |
