1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 395 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, 1998 Opel Vectra (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Vectra |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |