1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1459 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Touareg |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |