1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 192 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 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |