1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 720 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Lumina | Charade |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |