2008 Audi R8 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 26 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | R8 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
