1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Polo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
