1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 792 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 744 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charade | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
