1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 14 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 295 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 206 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
