1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 7 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 110 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, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Swift |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
