1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lotus Elise weights approximately 91 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 2008 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Charade | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 32 L |