1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
