1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Charade | Impreza |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |