1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |