1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 783 kg more than 1987 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1987 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1987 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
