2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 960 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
