1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 18 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 938 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 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
