1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 260 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Camira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
