1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 410 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charade | Delta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |