2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 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, 1994 Holden Nova (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
