1954 Buick 70 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 923 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 70 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | 70 | Taft |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2030 mm |