1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 455 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Polo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
