1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 565 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 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Avensis |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |