1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1994 Volvo 850 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | 850 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
