1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 will offer significantly more control. 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 (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Charade | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2040 mm |
