1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 249 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. 2004 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Taft | Passat |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |