1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 245 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charade | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
