1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charmant | Nova |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
