1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 847 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, 2002 Opel Signum (377 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Opel Signum | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Signum |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |