1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 725 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Venture | Taft |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |