1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Moco (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Moco weights approximately 280 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Moco |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
