1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1067 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 2002 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Viper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
