1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 1998 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Charade | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
