1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1983 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1010 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 1990 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1983 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Roadmaster | Taft |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
