1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 481 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 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charmant | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
