1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 17 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 991 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.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
