1999 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 21 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tracker | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Tracker | Taft |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2030 mm |