2008 Audi RS6 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,175 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 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, 2008 Audi RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 804 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | RS6 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
