1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 20 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1112 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Charade | Rexton |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |