1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Kadett weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1969 Opel Kadett 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 1969 Opel Kadett. 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, 1969 Opel Kadett (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
