1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 414 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Taft | Jetta |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2651 mm |