2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1399 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tahoe | Taft |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
