1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1171 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.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Charade | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |