1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet APV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 870 kg more than 1986 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, 1993 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | APV | Charade |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2330 mm |
