1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charmant | Nova |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
