1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 71 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
