1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2007 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Versa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
