2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1444 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Express | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
