1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, both 1983 Cadillac Eldorado and 1983 Daihatsu Taft were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Eldorado | Taft |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2030 mm |