1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 72 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
