1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 991 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | V8 Volante | Charade |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 37 L |
