2001 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A6 | Charade |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |