2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |
