1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 880 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 1991 Porsche 928 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 1991 Porsche 928. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charade | 928 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 5397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 86 L |