2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Corsa weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
