2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1110 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.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
