1997 Citroen XM vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 871 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1985 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | XM | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
