2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1644 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 1983 Daihatsu Charade
Make Audi Daihatsu
Model Q7 Charade
Year Released 2009 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 229 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2370 kg 726 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2330 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 43 L


 

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