1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1991 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. (43 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1991 Volkswagen Polo (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1991 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Polo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 850 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
