1989 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 80 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
