2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
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, 1988 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1324 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2250 mm |
