1994 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A6 | Taft |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |