2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 19 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | Q5 | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |