1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 175 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 Volkswagen Polo (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Polo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
