2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | RS6 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
