2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
