1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 232 kg more than 1993 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Santana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| 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 | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
