1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 18 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Skoda L weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1987 Skoda L 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 1987 Skoda L. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1987 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 885 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 |
