1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1998 Nissan Almera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Almera weights approximately 200 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, 1998 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Almera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
