1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 7 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Laputa (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
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 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
