1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 189 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charade | Yaris |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |