1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 12 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 167 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, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
