1986 Buick Regal vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Regal | Taft |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
