1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Gol |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
