1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1587 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Passat |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |