2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bristol Blenheim 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 2005 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bristol Blenheim | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
Model | Blenheim | Charade |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |