1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (103 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
