1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Holden 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, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charmant | Nova |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
