1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 3 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |