1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
