1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 912 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 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Charade | G25 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
