1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina.
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, 1986 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Barina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2250 mm |
