1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 6 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 455 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 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charade | 968 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 92 L |