1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 13 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 255 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charade | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
