1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 205 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
