1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charade | 306 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |