1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Opel Omega (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Omega |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |