2007 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
