1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Polo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
