1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cavalier | Charade |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 36 L |
