1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 15 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 635 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
