1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 510 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charade | 400 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |
