2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charade | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |