1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Gemini would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Gemini weights approximately 152 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1985 Holden Gemini 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 1985 Holden Gemini. 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, 1985 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
