1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 481 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Taft |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |