1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charade | 75 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
