1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft

To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 880 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 1968 Buick Riviera. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1976 Daihatsu Taft
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Riviera Taft
Year Released 1968 1976
Engine Size 7050 cc 958 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 64 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 3370 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2030 mm


 

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