1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Eldorado | Taft |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2030 mm |