1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Charmant | A8 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3122 mm |