1990 Chrysler TC vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1990 Chrysler TC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler TC (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler TC weights approximately 454 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler TC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler TC | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | TC | Taft |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
