1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 525 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire 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 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | Starfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
