2002 Audi S3 vs. 1977 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1977 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S3 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
