1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000. 1981 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Taft | 4000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |