1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Infiniti G20
To start off, 1996 Infiniti G20 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Infiniti G20 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
Model | Charade | G20 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2560 mm |