1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1645 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Charade | Acadia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |