1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 19 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 198 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
