1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
