1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 94 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Taft | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
