1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Tracker | Charade |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |