2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1654 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Express | Taft |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2030 mm |
