1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 605 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Taft | Bravada |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |