1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Golf (75 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 3 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1976 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
