2009 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 21 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 775 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 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1988 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | R8 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
