1992 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Voyager (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1985 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 Chrysler Voyager (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Voyager | 1985 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Voyager | Charade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
