1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 618 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Charade |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
