1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Corrado |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2861 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |