1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 33 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Polo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
