1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 8 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 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 570 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 1995 Lamborghini Cala 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 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lamborghini |
| Model | Charade | Cala |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
