1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Skoda Favorit
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Favorit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Favorit would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda Favorit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda Favorit (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda Favorit should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda Favorit weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 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, 1989 Skoda Favorit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Skoda Favorit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Skoda Favorit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | Favorit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
