2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charade | Nova |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
