1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1990 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 11 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 916 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 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 72 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |