1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
