2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Alero is newer by 27 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Alero should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Alero weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Alero | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alero | Taft |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
