1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 718 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |