1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | 626 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |