1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 800 kg more than 1987 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Charade |
Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |