1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1535 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 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Charger |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3050 mm |
