1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1993 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 530 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 1993 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | Taft |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2030 mm |
