2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 20 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 565 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 2004 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LaCrosse | Taft |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
