2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 17 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1436 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 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Q7 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
