1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 20 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 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4790 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
