2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 11 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 112 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | YRV | Charade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
