1985 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 3 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, 1985 Audi 100 (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 28 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
