1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Kadett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |