2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1992 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1992 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
