1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (198 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | S80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
