1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. Both 1979 Daihatsu Charade and 1989 Vauxhall Nova are equipped with a 993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 14 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charade | Nova |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
