1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 384 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (139 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
