1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 21 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 760 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | CC |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |