2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
