1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 755 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Camaro | Charade |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 50 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 77 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |