1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Caprice | Charade |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |