1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 611 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |