1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Mazda 323
To start off, 1993 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 323 weights approximately 80 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, 1993 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |