2007 Audi S4 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 24 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 804 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 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S4 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
