1988 Peugeot 205 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 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
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 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Peugeot | Daihatsu |
| Model | 205 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
