1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Camaro | Taft |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2030 mm |
