2005 Audi S4 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S4 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
