1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 16 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1407 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Durango |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 102 L |
