1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (190 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 940 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 1990 Volvo 940. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (279 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Charade | 940 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
