1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 131 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.
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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charade | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
