2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (66 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
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, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1976 Daihatsu Taft has manual transmission. 1976 Daihatsu Taft will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Q7 | Taft |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2030 mm |
