1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 34 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Taft | Q5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2807 mm |