1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru DL weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1979 Subaru DL (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 1979 Subaru DL has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Subaru DL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Charade | DL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
