1989 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 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 |
