1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 10 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 644 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 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lamborghini |
| Model | Charade | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
