1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 18 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 474 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 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Taft | 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taft | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |
