2005 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
