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 |