1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1987 Audi 4000
To start off, 1987 Audi 4000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1987 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 1987 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1987 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charmant | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
