2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 14 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 1045 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 2004 Aston Martin V12 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 2004 Aston Martin V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | V12 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
