1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 960 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Fleetwood | Taft |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2030 mm |