1983 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 186 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Taft | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2330 mm |
