1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 16 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden Cruze weights approximately 195 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 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Charade | Cruze |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |