1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 20 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 534 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
