1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 14 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
