1995 Audi S6 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 19 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 2,226 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 675 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.
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, 1995 Audi S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi S6 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | S6 | Taft |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |