1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.

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, 1989 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Audi 100 1989 Daihatsu Charade
Make Audi Daihatsu
Model 100 Charade
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1986 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 71.4 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2350 mm


 

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