1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 9 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 121 weights approximately 183 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, 1998 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 121 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |