1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 1994 Lada Samara is newer by 11 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Samara weights approximately 194 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Charade | Samara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
