1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 714 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Charade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
