1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taft | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2640 mm |
