1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 1994 Volvo 440 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 440 (118 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 440 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1994 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | 440 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |