2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 612 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
