1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 is newer by 8 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 400 weights approximately 147 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, 2001 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Charade | 400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
