1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15.
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, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen C 15 | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C 15 | Charade |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |