1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 400 weights approximately 275 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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
Model | Charade | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 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 |