2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express 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 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Express | Charade |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |