2008 Audi A4 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 Audi A4 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1992 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
