1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 5 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Opti weights approximately 40 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.
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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Opti |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |