1996 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (162 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1979 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 A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A6 | Charade |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |