1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 1979 Daihatsu Charade and 1979 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (68 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 200 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.

Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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. 1979 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Daihatsu Charade 1979 Toyota Corolla
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model Charade Corolla
Year Released 1979 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 68 HP
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 685 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2410 mm


 

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