1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 2 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 270 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Quattro | Taft |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
