1977 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 441 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.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
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1977 Daihatsu Taft | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Taft | Passat |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2803 mm |