1994 Audi V8 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | V8 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
