1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
