1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 21 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charade | Citi |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 49 L |