1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 18 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 227 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 947 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
