1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (157 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charmant | 940 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |