1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 12 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 2 (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 345 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, 2002 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |