1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
