1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. 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 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Barina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2250 mm |
