1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
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, 1991 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Swift |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
