1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saturn Sedan (85 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sedan should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saturn Sedan weights approximately 248 kg more than 1996 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, 1991 Saturn Sedan (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Saturn Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Charade | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
