2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1990 Proton Saloon.
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, 1990 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Charade | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
