1985 Audi 200 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 200 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
