1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 685 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 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charade | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |