1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 19 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Splash |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
| 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
