1980 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1929 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 770 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 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Taft | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2919 mm |
