1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
