1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Aston Martin |
| Model | Charade | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 97 L |
