1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Aston Martin |
| Model | Charade | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
