1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (85 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 378 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
