2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 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 Daihatsu Charade (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charade | Laputa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 30 L |