1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 735 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, 2006 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Almera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
