1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 35 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 338 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.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. 2013 Volkswagen CC 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. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Taft | CC |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2711 mm |