1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1200 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1978 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Charade | 1200 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 39 L |