1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Caprice | Taft |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |