1988 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 712 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charade | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |