1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, both 1986 Chevrolet Camaro and 1986 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.

Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chevrolet Camaro 1986 Daihatsu Charade
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Camaro Charade
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2474 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2330 mm