1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 32 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 2010 Audi A8 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. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Taft | A8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5062 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2944 mm |