1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Peugeot 505 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Peugeot | Daihatsu |
Model | 505 | Charade |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |