1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 654 kg more than 1984 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
