1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 18 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2010 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
