1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 685 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 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2012 Nissan NP300. 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Charade | NP300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2960 mm |