1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 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 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 205 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 952 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 | 75 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 | 3560 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
