1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Taft | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |