1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 15 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 207 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 367 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 207 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
