1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 480 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 Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corsica | Charade |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
