1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Camaro | Taft |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2030 mm |
