2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 357 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, 2007 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Dacia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Logan | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
