1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 313 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Taft | Starfire |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |