2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Astra (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Astra weights approximately 355 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.
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, 1993 Opel Astra (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
