1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Visa | Charade |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
