1978 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 925 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Naked has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Electra | Naked |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |