1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 129 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1982 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1982 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charade | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2400 mm |
