1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Passat |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
