1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 630 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
