2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Allroad | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
