1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 807 is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 807 (135 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 961 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, 2003 Peugeot 807 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 807 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
