1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 12 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra CL weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 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 1988 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
| Model | Charade | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 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 | 50 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
