1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 655 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
