1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 17 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 200 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charade | Micra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |