1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 801 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.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
