1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 142 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
