1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 682 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Charade | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |