1994 Volkswagen Parati vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Parati | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Parati | Charade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
