2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Corsa weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Corsa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |