1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Lumina | Taft |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |