1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 22 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charmant | Charade |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |