1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
