1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 614 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 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Charade | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
