1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (89 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 426 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 1980 Mazda 929 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 1980 Mazda 929. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | 929 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
