1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1909 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 940 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Sharan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2919 mm |