1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 404 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 72 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |