2004 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 863 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
