1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 23 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP) has 288 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 968 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charade | S5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 354 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
