2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 29 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Colorado | Taft |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2030 mm |