2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1905 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Azure 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 2008 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 1988 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
Model | Azure | Charade |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 40 L |