1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1997 Nissan Primera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Primera weights approximately 370 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Primera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
