1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 400 weights approximately 245 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, 1995 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Charade | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |