1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 30 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 2009 Land Rover LR2 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. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | Charade | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
