1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T is newer by 17 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 815 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, 2006 MG ZT-T (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charade | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
