2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 723 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Cadillac Eldorado (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Eldorado | Taft |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |