1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 708 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.
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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. 1996 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1987 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1987 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick LeSabre | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | LeSabre | Charade |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |