1997 Buick Century vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 730 kg more than 1993 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 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Century | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
