1996 Audi S6 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1061 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.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S6 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
