1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 20 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 787 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | V70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
