2001 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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 A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A8 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 43 L |
