1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 9 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi Coupe | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | Coupe | Taft |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |