1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 938 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | C70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
