1984 Audi 90 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 129 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 90 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
