1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Skoda L weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1987 Skoda L | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Charmant | L |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |