1997 Opel Tigra vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Tigra | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tigra | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
