1984 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 311 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Taft | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taft | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
