1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Sera weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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 (138 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Sera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
