2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 772 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Lucerne | Charade |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |