1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 680 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.
Because 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Charade | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
