1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 487 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1993 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1993 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
