1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 15 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 566 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 306 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
