1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 1999 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | SS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3110 mm |
