1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 10 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 1,093 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 149 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, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charade | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 34 L |
