1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Charmant 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 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charmant | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
