1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 607 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |