1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charmant | 480 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |