1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1991 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1991 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 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. Both 1983 Daihatsu Charade and 1991 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Opel Corsa. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Corsa weights approximately 44 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1991 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
