2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 881 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Colorado | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
