1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 23 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 992 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Charade | Sumo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2425 mm |