2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 199 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Ascona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |