1980 Audi Sport vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 192 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | Sport | Charade |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.4 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |