2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 266 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Dacia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Logan | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
