1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 237 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 1991 TVR Griffith 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 1991 TVR Griffith. 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Charade | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 57 L |
