1997 Audi A6 vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 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, 1997 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
