1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 22 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2010 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charade | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
