1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 780 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 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | S40 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |