1997 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 864 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aurora | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
