1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 682 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |