1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 846 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charade | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 922 Nm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 328 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |