1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 781 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charade | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2960 mm |
