1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 1017 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
