2000 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 848 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | R8 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |