1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1995 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 725 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bristol Blenheim | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blenheim | Taft |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 5896 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 | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 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 |
