1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 569 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 1999 Opel Vectra 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. 1999 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
