1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 29 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 142 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |
