1980 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 80 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
