1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 18 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Cielo. 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Cielo | Taft |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |