1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Dodge | Daihatsu |
| Model | Colt | Charade |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
