1998 Audi S8 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 999 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S8 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
