1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe 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. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (123 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe weights approximately 350 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.
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, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Charade | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
