2005 Audi S4 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1975 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S4 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
