1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Mazda 121
To start off, 1999 Mazda 121 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 121 weights approximately 201 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.
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, 1999 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 121 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
