2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Skoda L (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Skoda L weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Skoda L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
