1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1994 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 726 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bristol Blenheim | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
Model | Blenheim | Taft |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |