1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Coupe | Taft |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
