1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 5 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 651 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 842 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.

Because 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 799 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Daihatsu Charade 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Daihatsu Lotec
Model Charade Testa de Oro
Year Released 1989 1994
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1295 cc 4943 cc
Horse Power 90 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.4 mm 78 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 808 kg 1650 kg


 

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