1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 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 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 770 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
