1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 3 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 40 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (115 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 205 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
