1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 242 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
