1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 165 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.
Because 1975 Nissan Bluebird 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 1975 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1975 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charade | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |