1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka is newer by 16 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Lada Oka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | Charade | Oka |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
