1993 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2011 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, 1993 Rover 200 (124 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Rover | Daihatsu |
| Model | 200 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
