1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Baleno (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 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, 1997 Suzuki Baleno (127 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
