1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charade | 75 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
