1994 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1985 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A6 | Charade |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |