1980 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 705 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Electra | Taft |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |
