1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Proton Satria
To start off, 2012 Proton Satria is newer by 19 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), 2012 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Proton Satria weights approximately 336 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, 2012 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Charade | Satria |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| 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 | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
