1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 990 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.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | 6239D | Taft |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2030 mm |
