1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 18 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 635 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charade | 407 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |