1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Galant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
