1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi Coupe weights approximately 344 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. 1991 Audi Coupe has automatic transmission and 1981 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Coupe | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
