1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1999 Opel Tigra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Tigra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
