2008 Dacia Logan vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Dacia Logan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dacia Logan weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dacia Logan | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Dacia | Daihatsu |
Model | Logan | Charade |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |