1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 29 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 357 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | GTI |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
