1991 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 BMW 525 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 1991 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
