1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1050 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 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Charade | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |