1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Gol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
