1992 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1992 Austin Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Austin Montego (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Austin Montego weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 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, 1992 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Austin Montego | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Charade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
