1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 920 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Charade | Berlina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2950 mm |