1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 998 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | CC |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2711 mm |