1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Taft |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
