1996 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 Audi A3 (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A3 | Charade |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |