1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 758 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 Golf 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 Golf 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 Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2578 mm |