1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1990 Dodge Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Colt weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1990 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Colt |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
