2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1976 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charade | 66 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |