1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 2060 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 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hummer |
| Model | Charade | H3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
