1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Splash (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 240 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, 2010 Suzuki Splash (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | Splash |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
