2008 Audi RS6 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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 535 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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 796 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | RS6 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
