2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charade | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
