2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 651 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Colorado | Taft |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2030 mm |
