1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 3 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
