1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |