1997 Daewoo Joyster vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,497 cc, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daewoo Joyster (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Joyster should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daewoo Joyster weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 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 Daewoo Joyster (137 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm). This means 1997 Daewoo Joyster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Joyster | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Joyster | Charade |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 992 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
