1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1978 Opel Rekord 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 1978 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Rekord |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |