1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Continental | Taft |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2030 mm |
