1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 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, 1987 Lada Samara (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Charade | Samara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
