1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 16 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 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. 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 1997 Volkswagen W12. 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | W12 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |
