1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 488 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
