1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure 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 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
Model | Azure | Charade |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 43 L |