1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1547 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 2008 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charade | Patrol |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 102 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2980 mm |