1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (82 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 1974 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
