1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
