1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 468 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
