1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 912 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 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |
