1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 675 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
