2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 1998 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
