2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 28 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 597 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Lucerne | Taft |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2030 mm |