1987 Lada Samara vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 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, 1987 Lada Samara (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Lada | Daihatsu |
| Model | Samara | Charade |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 36 L |
