1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Lada Samara is newer by 9 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Samara weights approximately 200 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, 1996 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Lada Samara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Charade | Samara |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |