1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 380 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, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daewoo |
| Model | Charade | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
