1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 400 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.
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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charade | Toledo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |