2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (157 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 63 L |
