1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charade | 205 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |