1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Blazer | Charade |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |