1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 120 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 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
