1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Armada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3140 mm |
