2009 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, 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, 2009 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
