1986 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1986 Audi 80 (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 80 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
