2000 Buick Cielo vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2000 Buick Cielo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Cielo (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Cielo weights approximately 740 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2000 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cielo | Taft |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1020 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
