1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 285 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.
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, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
