2009 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1984 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A6 | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |