1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2310 mm |
