1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Midge weights approximately 229 kg more than 1992 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, 1994 Mazda Midge (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Midge |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
