2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 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, 1984 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
