2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 23 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1964 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Avalanche (597 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avalanche | Taft |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2030 mm |
