1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Seville | Taft |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2030 mm |