1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 577 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Charade |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
