1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, both 1976 Daihatsu Taft and 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 300 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 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Taft | 250 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2525 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |