2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
