1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 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, 1984 Vauxhall Astra (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charade | Astra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
