1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 795 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 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Charade | A4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |