2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1477 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Silverado | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 43 L |
