1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 862 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (330 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | V70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
