1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 110 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 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Taft | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |