1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 699 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Charmant |
Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |