1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 939 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Charade | Orlando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |