1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 580 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Charade | CL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
