1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 7 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 219 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 121 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |