1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 377 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Vectra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |