1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 26 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 148 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 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Taft | Alero |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |