1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 720 kg more than 1991 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Charade | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |