1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 930 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Porsche 930 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 1984 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Charade | 930 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
