1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 27 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 1,968 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 572 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
