1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 794 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
