1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1993 Daihatsu Charade and 1993 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 473 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 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charade | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 375 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
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 | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |