1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 7 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 920 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, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |
