2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silverado | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
