2004 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 26 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 875 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S4 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
