2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1983 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 593 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1983 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lumina | Taft |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2030 mm |
