1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 472 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
