1985 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1985 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 80 (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Audi 80.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 80 | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 80 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
