1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 24 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 447 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
