1981 Audi UR vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | UR | Charade |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |
