2007 Audi S8 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S8 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
